Method and system for conveying personal inside information

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for transmitting data containing personal inside information, comprising the steps of: associating a network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person, associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; the first person accessing the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and uploading personal data containing personal inside information to the network storage space; the first person transferring the personal item to a second person related to the first person, and granting the second person a second access authority to the network storage space by the first person; and the second user accessing the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and the second person obtaining the personal data. The present invention also relates to a corresponding system and device. The present invention solves the problem of securely and privately associating, storing and transmitting personal items and the personal emotions and memories contained therein.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a method for transmitting personal inside information, in particular to a method for transmitting data containing personal inside information, and also to a corresponding system. [Background technology]

[0002] People give gifts to relatives and friends, and these gifts often contain personal sentiment and have significant commemorative meaning. Traditionally, people insert items that convey personal sentiment and memories, such as a motto note or a photograph, into the gift. However, these items can be lost during long-term storage or placed separately from the gift, causing the recipient to forget their connection to the gift. Furthermore, the physical form of the item limits the way in which it can convey personal sentiment and memories. With the development of information technology, these photographs are now stored as electronic data, but they are often difficult to associate with a specific gift and privacy is often difficult to ensure.

[0003] Furthermore, there needs to be a way to preserve the gift and the personal feelings and memories that it embodies over time in a proper, secure, and private way.

[0004] In the prior art, RFID and blockchain technology are used to store traceable information. For example, Chinese patent application CN110288354A discloses a label tracking system based on blockchain technology. Specifically, an RFID anti-counterfeit label is created, a blockchain tracking system is established that is displayed by a smart device, and product information in the RFID anti-counterfeit label is written into the blockchain tracking system. Users can access the blockchain tracking system through the smart device by entering an automatically acquired private key into the smart device. The blockchain system displays product origin information, production information, and other necessary tracking information, and records product tracking data through a blockchain network to ensure the authenticity and reliability of the information. Similar methods are also disclosed in Chinese patent applications CN110458585A, CN109377274A, CN110505239A, and CN110597841A. However, these methods still fail to solve the problems previously raised. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above problems and accurately, securely, and secretly transmit personal information contained in personal items. Personal information in the sense of the present invention refers to information that can touch the inner thoughts of an individual, such as information that evokes an individual's emotions, evokes an individual's memories, has a commemorative meaning for an individual, or provides some kind of strong motivation to an individual. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] According to a main aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for transmitting data containing personal inside information, comprising: associating the network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; A first person accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and the first person uploads personal data including personal inside information to the network storage space; the first person transferring the personal item to a second person related to the first person, and the first person granting the second person a second access right to the network storage space; A second user accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and the second person obtains the personal data.

[0007] Preferably, the network storage space is a web link.

[0008] Preferably, the second person has an emotional connection to the first person.

[0009] Preferably, the second person is related to the first person.

[0010] Preferably, the personal data also includes private information about the second person.

[0011] Preferably, the personal data is meaningful information originating from the first person that is emotionally touching to the second person.

[0012] Preferably, when a first person transfers the personal item to a second person, ownership of the personal item is also transferred to the second person.

[0013] Preferably, the first access rights to the network storage space include uploading, modifying, reading, and deleting data in the space.

[0014] Preferably, the first access authority to the network storage space includes an access authority to the configuration data of other users and an access password.

[0015] Preferably, the second access right to the network storage space includes the right to read data in the space.

[0016] Preferably, the second access authorization to the network storage space includes setting an access password to be used by the second person.

[0017] Preferably, the second access rights are identical to the first access rights.

[0018] Preferably, the second access rights to the network storage space are personalized based on the relationship between the first person and the second person.

[0019] Preferably, the second person's personalized permissions are set or approved by the first person.

[0020] Preferably, accessing the electronic chip involves bringing the electronic chip close to the card reader using a particular posture.

[0021] Preferably, the particular posture is a "tap" gesture.

[0022] Preferably, the association between the network storage space and the electronic chip is stored in a blockchain.

[0023] Preferably, the association of the electronic chip with the identity of the first person and their access privileges is stored on a blockchain.

[0024] Preferably, the association of the electronic chip with the identity of the second person and their access privileges is stored on a blockchain.

[0025] Preferably, the association of the electronic chip with the identity of the accessor and their access rights is stored on a blockchain.

[0026] Preferably, the association of the electronic chip with the accessor's identity and access privileges is completed before the accessor acquires the item in which the chip is embedded.

[0027] Preferably, the electronic chip is encrypted.

[0028] The present invention also provides a method for transmitting data containing personal inside information, associating a network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with a first authority to access the network storage space; accessing the network storage space using a first authority and uploading personal data including personal inside information of the first person to the network storage space; granting a second authority to access the network storage space and associating the electronic chip with the second authority; and accessing the network storage space using a second authorization to obtain the personal data.

[0029] Preferably, a second authority for accessing the network storage space by the first person is set.

[0030] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for transmitting data including personal inside information, comprising: A step of a first person accessing the network storage space and uploading personal data including personal inside information to the network storage space by the first person; associating the network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; the first person transferring the personal item to a second person related to the first person, and the first person granting the second person a second access right to the network storage space; A second user accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and the second person obtains the personal data.

[0031] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for transmitting data including personal inside information, comprising: A step of a first person accessing the network storage space and uploading personal data including personal inside information to the network storage space by the first person; associating the network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; a step of the first person giving the personal item to a second person related to the first person; A second user accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip, and the second person obtains the personal data.

[0032] Furthermore, according to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a system for transmitting data including personal inside information, comprising: commemorative items, Electronic chips embedded in personal items, a network storage space associated with said electronic chip; a first authority to access the network storage space; Here, the electronic chip is associated with a first authority to access the network storage space, and the first accessor can use the first authority to access the network storage space and upload personal data containing the first accessor's personal inside information to the network storage space.

[0033] Preferably, the system further includes personal data including private information uploaded to the network storage space using the first authority.

[0034] Preferably, the system further includes a second authority for accessing the network storage space, and the electronic chip is further associated with the second authority.

[0035] Preferably, a second accessor can use the second authority to access the network storage space and obtain the personal data.

[0036] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a lip balm that transmits data including personal inner information, The housing and An electronic chip embedded in the housing; a plastic cover that is in close contact with the housing and covers the electronic chip; where: The electronic chip is associated with a network storage space and also with a first authority for accessing the network storage space, and a first accessor can use the first authority to access the network storage space and upload personal data containing personal inside information of the first accessor to the network storage space.

[0037] Preferably, the electronic chip is an NFC label.

[0038] Preferably, the housing includes a bottom housing and a top housing, and the top housing is attached to the bottom housing by a screw or a locking member.

[0039] Preferably, the plastic cover is attached to the upper housing and is adjacent to the central portion of the lip balm.

[0040] Preferably, the plastic cover is circular.

[0041] Preferably, the housing is made of metal and has a thin slit underneath the plastic cover.

[0042] Preferably, the narrow slit extends to the bottom end of the upper housing. [Effects of the Invention]

[0043] The present invention solves the problem of associating gifts with personal feelings and memories, and preserving and transmitting them securely and confidentially for a long period of time. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0044] The foregoing general description and the following detailed description will be better understood when taken in conjunction with the drawings. For the purposes of illustration, there are shown in the drawings specific embodiments of the present disclosure. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. The drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate arrangements of systems and apparatus in accordance with the present invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the advantages and principles of the present invention. [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram illustrating a method for transmitting data containing personal emotions according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a lip balm according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0045] Before describing at least one embodiment of the present invention, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and assembly arrangements set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The drawings and written description are provided to guide one of ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention for which patent protection is sought. The present invention is applicable to other embodiments and can be embodied and carried out in various forms. Those skilled in the art will understand that, for the sake of clarity and ease of understanding, not all features of a business embodiment are shown. Those skilled in the art will also understand that developing an actual business embodiment incorporating aspects of the present invention will require many configuration-specific decisions to achieve the developer's business embodiment ultimate goals. While these tasks may be complex and time-consuming, they are routine tasks for those skilled in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.

[0046] It should also be understood that the terminology used herein is for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting. For example, the use of singular terms such as "one" or "one" is not intended to limit the number of items. Furthermore, the use of non-limiting relational terms such as "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "up," "down," "downward," "upward," and "side" is used in the description herein with reference to the drawings for clarity and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention or the claims. Furthermore, it should be understood that any feature of the invention can be used alone or in combination with other features. Other systems, methods, features, and advantages of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the drawings and detailed description. All such other systems, methods, features, and advantages are presumed to be included within this description, within the scope of the invention, and protected by the claims.

[0047] Embodiments and functional operations of the subject matter described herein, e.g., the structures disclosed herein and their equivalents, or one or more combinations thereof, may optionally be implemented in digital circuitry, or computer software, firmware, or hardware. Embodiments of the subject matter described herein may, for example, be implemented in one or more computer program products. A computer program product may, for example, be one or more computer instruction modules encoded on a computer-readable medium for execution by or for controlling the operation of a data processing apparatus.

[0048] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a method for transmitting data containing personal emotions according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] In summary, the method 100 mainly includes several steps: first, in step 101, an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first user is associated with a network storage space, and the first user and the authorization to access the network space are associated with the electronic chip; second, in step 102, the first user accesses the network space and uploads data containing his / her personal emotions; further, in step 103, the first user transfers the item to a second user and grants the second user authorization to access the network space; and finally, in step 104, the second user accesses the network space and retrieves the data containing the first user's personal emotions. The method of the present invention will be described in more detail below.

[0050] An electronic chip such as an NFC / RFID chip (see details below) is embedded in an item, preferably a gift such as any consumer product, such as lipstick. The embedding location of the chip is preferably on the surface of the item. The chip is preferably sealed on the surface of the item with a plastic cover to prevent the chip from falling off or leaking, and also to ensure wireless reading of the chip. The chip is associated with a specific network storage space, for example, with a specific http network address (or web link).

[0051] For example, after purchasing the gift, a first user obtains access rights to the electronic chip, thereby obtaining access rights to the network storage space. This includes the ability to upload, modify, and delete data to the network storage space, and the first user can set access rights and access passwords for the data. The first user can record the emotions felt when the other user purchased or used the item, or other emotions they wish to express, in video, audio, text, or other forms, and upload the data to the network space. The recorded or uploaded actions can be controlled from a mobile phone using a specific app, and data management (e.g., read, write, read / write permissions, etc.) can also be controlled from the mobile phone.

[0052] The first user can "gift" the gift to the second user. Of course, "gift" here has a broad meaning and can include selling, lending, or even bequeathing. The second user may only have the right to use the gift, but not the ownership. Simultaneously with the "gift," the first user can also disclose or transfer access rights to the chip to the second user. The disclosure or transfer of chip access rights can also disclose or transfer access rights to the network storage space to the second user. Of course, it should be understood that in some embodiments, the chip may be associated with multiple network storage spaces, and therefore not all access rights to the network storage space are necessarily disclosed or transferred to the second user.

[0053] The second user does not necessarily have as many permissions to the data in the network storage space as the first user. Generally, the second user may only have read-only permissions. In a preferred embodiment, a personalized permission can be set for the second user based on the relationship between the second user and the first user, and upon use, the second user can retrieve data containing personal emotions and / or memories stored by the first user through the personalized customization. Access to the second user's network storage space and the data therein can also be controlled via a mobile phone. Such personalized permission can be obtained by a personalized secret key or by personal identity authentication. Preferably, the second user's personalized permission must be set or approved by the first user.

[0054] It should be understood that due to the relationship between the second user and the first user, data containing personal emotions and / or memories stored by the first user is also likely to trigger personal emotions and / or memories for the second user, and in this sense, the data also includes the second user's personal emotions and / or memories.

[0055] In other embodiments, a first user may obtain access to the network storage space before purchasing the gift. After purchasing the gift, an electronic chip in the gift is associated with the network storage space. After a first user acquires the gift, the first user obtains access to the electronic chip but can still access the network storage space without accessing the electronic chip. However, preferably, when a first user "gifts" the gift to a second user, the first user still discloses or transfers access to the chip to the second user, and along with the disclosure or transfer of access to the chip, access to the network storage space is also disclosed or transferred to the second user. Of course, in some examples, the access permissions to the chip and / or the network storage space may also be configured to be disclosed to any second user. In this way, the second user can access the network storage space without any special authorization.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an NFC (near-field communication) label employs an electronic chip, which includes a chipset and an antenna. NFC card readers are widely integrated into smartphones, making it very convenient to access the chip in a gift from a mobile phone. NFC labels can transmit readable signals within a short distance (typically within 10 cm, preferably less than 2 cm). To read an NFC, simply move the card reader close to the NFC to obtain the signal. However, a specific "tap" gesture is generally required to bring the label and the card reader on the mobile phone close together. Even in a preferred embodiment, such a specific gesture allows for more personalization of the item. Of course, this also avoids unwanted reading at close range.

[0057] Specifically, the present invention preferably uses NXP's NFC chipsets: NTAG213 or SLIX2. These chipsets have a user memory of over 1,000 bits. The present invention also makes it possible to utilize blockchain technology, such as the blockchain protocol provided by VeChain (see below for details). The entire label includes the size of the antenna portion, and in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, it is configured to fit the outline of the above-mentioned item (e.g., lip balm). For example, a label suitable for fitting within a circle with a diameter of 10 mm is selected. This size ensures good signal reading functionality while not compromising the design of the item itself.

[0058] In a preferred embodiment, a lip balm is used as a gift. The label can be fixed to the lip balm in any suitable manner. Preferably, the label is embedded in a plastic member, which may be further secured to the lip balm box body. Alternatively, the label may be attached to an inner member of the box body and face a plastic member that is further secured to the lip balm box body. In this way, the strength of the label signal can be guaranteed regardless of the material used for the lip balm box body. This is particularly effective when the material of the product may attenuate / block the antenna signal (e.g., metal). In another preferred embodiment, the label can be attached to the surface of the lip balm box body. Furthermore, if the surface of the joining body is metal, a protective material (e.g., ferrite) can be used between the metal surface and the label.

[0059] 2 shows a lip balm 2 in a preferred embodiment, which has two housings, a bottom housing 21 and an upper housing 22, with the upper housing 22 fixed to the bottom housing 21 by screws or a locking member. A circular plastic cover 23 is provided in the center of the upper housing 22, close to the lip balm, and an NFC label (not shown) is attached to the upper housing 22 and covered by the plastic cover 23. A thin slit 24 is further provided below the plastic cover 23, extending to the bottom end of the upper housing 22. This thin slit 24 is advantageous for increasing the signal strength of the NFC label. Of course, in other embodiments, this thin slit may not be necessary.

[0060] Any smart device (such as a mobile phone, tablet, or computer) can be used as a tool for users to upload content. The human-machine interface can be a website, a native app, or any "front-end" program. In a preferred embodiment, the WeChat environment (mini-program, official account) is used. Preferably, when an item is purchased through the WeChat applet, the purchaser can create / upload content (such as text, video, photos, or audio) and associate the content with the item. The association of the content with the item is preferably completed before the item is assembled and shipped. The item and its embedded NFC chipset have an ID that is associated with the purchase order / customer at the back end. Of course, the IDs of the item and NFC chipset can be associated with the user's identity after the user receives the item, and content creation and uploading can also be performed after this association.

[0061] To accurately capture product rights, multiple methods can be used, including cryptographic hardware in addition to NFC. In a preferred embodiment, blockchain technology is used, for example, VeChain's blockchain technology. NFC chipsets are pre-programmed by VeChain and each is given a unique ID called a VID. In a preferred form, the association between the product owner (purchaser) and the VID is written into the blockchain.

[0062] The authentication process based on the VeChain protocol involves the use of a specific app downloaded to the user's mobile phone. The app authorizes the user through their WeChat account, mobile phone number, etc. The app imitates an NFC card reader and reads the product's NFC. The product's originality (VID verification) and the user's ownership are then verified on the blockchain. Once authentication is complete, the user obtains new access privileges, such as uploading specific content (text, images, videos, audio, etc.) and retrieving them only after authentication. Preferably, users are allowed to protect their personal information to prevent anyone scanning the NFC label from reading their private data.

[0063] In the case of the VeChain blockchain, each NFC is set with an ID (VID) in encrypted form. The existence of the VID is recorded on the blockchain. For example, when a purchase is made, the VID (encrypted into the NFC, which is embedded in the item) is associated with the order and the buyer's identity (e.g., name) before shipping. Such association is also recorded on the blockchain. Since it is immutable, the association between the VID / product and the buyer / owner is written to the blockchain as proof of ownership. This makes it possible to verify the authority of an item with an encrypted VID. An NFC card reader (e.g., a mobile phone) can also be used to retrieve the information in the NFC (including the VID) and verify whether the VID exists on the blockchain and what the corresponding VID's authority is.

[0064] In other embodiments, the VID may be obtained by registering on VeChain via a user's mobile phone (e.g., APP) and may not be encrypted in the NFC chip. The VID is then associated with the user's identity (e.g., name) and associated with the user's permissions after the user obtains the corresponding permissions.

[0065] Those skilled in the art will understand that modifications can be made to the above-described embodiments without departing from the broad scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention disclosed herein is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, but should be understood to cover all modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. Furthermore, even when the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims are interpreted according to the embodiments disclosed in the invention, the principle of contribution should not be applied to make trade-offs in the spirit and scope of the invention unless otherwise specified by the applicant.

Claims

1. A system for transmitting data containing personal inside information, associating the network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; The system receives access from a first person and uploads personal data including the first person's private information to the network storage space; granting a second access right to the network storage space to a second person based on an instruction from the first person; providing the personal data when a second person accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip; The first access authority to the network storage space includes an access authority to the setting data of other users and an access password; the second access authority to the network storage space is personalized based on a relationship between the first person and the second person; Including, The step of associating the electronic chip with a first person and a first authority to access the network storage space includes: a processing device provides the electronic chip with a VID, and the processing device writes the association between the first person and the VID into a blockchain; The processing device verifies on the blockchain that the personal item is original (VID verification) and that the first person is the owner of the personal item; The system for transmitting data containing private information includes, when the authentication of the first person is completed, the first person obtaining the first authority.

2. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the network storage space is a web link.

3. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the personal data also includes inside information about the second person.

4. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the first access privileges to the network storage space include the ability to upload, modify, read, and delete data in the space.

5. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the second person's personalized permissions are set or approved by the first person.

6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the association between the network storage space and the electronic chip is stored in a blockchain.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the association of the electronic chip with the identity of the accessor and their access privileges is stored in a blockchain.

8. 8. The system of claim 7, wherein the association of the electronic chip with the accessor's identity and access privileges is completed before the accessor obtains the item in which the chip is embedded.

9. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the first person accesses the network storage space by accessing the electronic chip.

10. A system for transmitting data containing personal inside information, The system receives access from a first person and uploads personal data including personal inside information of the first person to a network storage space; associating a network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; granting a second access right to the network storage space to a second person based on a command from the first person; when a second person accesses the electronic chip, accessing the network storage space and providing the personal data to the second person; The step of associating the electronic chip with a first person and a first authority to access the network storage space comprises: a processing device provides the electronic chip with a VID, and the processing device writes the association between the first person and the VID into a blockchain; The processing device verifies on the blockchain that the personal item is original (VID verification) and that the first person is the owner of the personal item; The system for transmitting data containing private information includes, when the authentication of the first person is completed, the first person obtaining the first authority.

11. A system for transmitting data containing personal inside information, The system receives access from a first person, accesses a network storage space, and uploads personal data including personal inside information of the first person to the network storage space; associating the network storage space with an electronic chip embedded in a personal item belonging to a first person and associating the electronic chip with the first person and a first authority to access the network storage space; when a second person accesses the electronic chip, accessing the network storage space and providing the personal data to the second person; The step of associating the electronic chip with a first person and a first authority to access the network storage space includes: a processing device provides the electronic chip with a VID, and the processing device writes the association between the first person and the VID into a blockchain; The processing device verifies on the blockchain that the personal item is original (VID verification) and that the first person is the owner of the personal item; The system for transmitting data containing private information includes, when the authentication of the first person is completed, the first person obtaining the first authority.

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